Honda Xlr 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda Xlr 125 car check
Is the Honda Xlr 125 reliable? We analysed 2,964 real MOT tests across 389 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Xlr 125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Xlr 125.
Honda Xlr 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Xlr 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Xlr 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Xlr 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Xlr 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Xlr 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Xlr 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Xlr 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Xlr 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Xlr 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 364 | 70.9% | 8,495 | 14,145 | 22,478 |
| 2001 | 681 | 74.4% | 7,147 | 13,314 | 19,984 |
| 2000 | 313 | 77.3% | 6,948 | 12,349 | 19,594 |
| 1999 | 604 | 72.0% | 11,333 | 16,948 | 24,816 |
| 1998 | 801 | 74.9% | 8,705 | 15,074 | 22,646 |
| 1997 | 106 | 70.8% | 8,893 | 16,011 | 21,808 |
How Long Does a Honda Xlr 125 Last?
Based on 389 Honda Xlr 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Xlr 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Xlr 125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Xlr 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.3% MOT pass rate from 313 tests
70.8% MOT pass rate from 106 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Xlr 125 is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.3% across 313 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Xlr 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Xlr 125 THIS CAR | 74.0% | 2,964 | 14,891 mi | 29 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Piaggio MP3 300 Lt Touring | 88.1% | 1,339 | 17,122 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Xlr 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda Xlr 125Should you buy a used Honda Xlr 125?
The Honda Xlr 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.0% across 2,964 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Honda Xlr 125 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (82 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (63), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (51). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda Xlr 125 owner drives around 850 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Xlr 125 models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.